Visit Ontario's ONT Field
Welcome to ONT Field, where the Tower Buzzers take flight. Cheer on Dodgers prospects at the start of their professional baseball journeys, in a ballpark located just 40 miles away from Los Angeles.
Ontario Tower Buzzers (Single-A affiliate of the Los Angeles Dodgers since 2026)
Established: 2026
Ballpark: ONT Field
League: California League
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The California League underwent a shake-up prior to the 2026 season, via a series of affiliation changes and the arrival of a new team. That new team would be the Ontario Tower Buzzers, who replaced the Modesto Nuts in the circuit while assuming the Los Angeles Dodgers affiliation that was previously held by the Rancho Cucamonga Quakes (who are now an Angels affiliate). Ontario is a logical locale for a Dodgers farm club, as the Inland Empire city is located approximately 40 miles east of Los Angeles. The Tower Buzzers are just the second Minor League team to be based in Ontario; the first, the Ontario Orioles, played their first and last season in 1947.
79 years later, professional baseball returned.
ONT Field
Ballpark Location (via Google Maps)
Tower Buzzers Roster
Tower Buzzers Schedule
9375 E. Riverside Dr.
Ontario, CA 91761
(909) 657-9800
Capacity: 6,000 seats
Dimensions: right field, 325; center field, 405; left field, 325
“Sorry, Goose, but it’s time to buzz the tower.”
This line from “Top Gun,” insouciantly uttered by Tom Cruise’s character Maverick just before he defies orders and flies uncomfortably close to the control tower, inspired the Tower Buzzers' identity. The aviation theme was deliberately chosen. The Ontario International Airport is a huge presence (and employer) in the city, and the ballpark name of ONT Field is a reference to the airport's three-letter code.
ONT Field is the centerpiece of the 190-acre Ontario Sports Empire, which bills itself as "the largest multi-use sports complex west of the Rocky Mountains." It includes 20 multipurpose fields, 14 youth baseball fields, eight full-size diamonds, four football fields and more. The Tower Buzzers are the queen bee within a veritable hive of athletic activity.
ONT Field's seating bowl, largely shaded, extends well into the outfield on both sides of the ballpark. Additional shade comes from the many trees ringing the outside perimeter of the concourse, some of them placed amid patches of berm seating in the outfield. The kid's zone is highlighted by a large splash pad, conveniently located near a bar and party deck just next to the outfield batter's eye. The San Gabriel Mountains loom beyond the ballpark, adding a sense of grandeur to the gameday experience.
In keeping with the aviation theme, fans enter the ballpark through Arrival Gates and group areas include Luxury Flight Suites and Flight Cabins (located on the main concourse). The intent is to provide a first-class experience, but if you're looking for coach they'll be plenty of them in the dugouts during the game.
Concessions
The Baggage Hall area in right field is home to a sprawling food hall, so expect ballpark favorites co-existing alongside menu items that highlight the culinary creativity of the greater Los Angeles area. Concession stands include Graber's Mediterranean Cafe, Ballpark Bao Asian fusion and, paying tribute to one of the greatest Dodger pitchers of all time, Fernando's Tacomania.
Mascot
Given Ontario's "Top Gun"-inspired name and bee-centric logos, is it any surprise that the Tower Buzzers' mascot is an aviator bee named Maverick?
The Tower Buzzers describe Maverick as "Channeling the swagger of Hollywood's hotshot fighter pilot best known for pushing limits and buzzing towers." A bee-list version of Tom Cruise, in other words.
Local Attractions
Euclid Avenue, part of the original Route 66, is downtown Ontario's main thoroughfare. Stroll (or drive) through to get a sense of the city's architecture and history. You can learn more at Euclid Ave.'s Ontario Museum of History and Art. If you'd prefer to shop check out Ontario Mills, an outlet mall with over 200 stores, a huge movie theater and plenty of dining options. If you're visiting Ontario early in the Tower Buzzers' season, then you may be able to supplement your Minor League Baseball experience with hockey (the Ontario Reign, a Los Angeles' Kings affiliate in the AHL). The region offers opportunities for time in the great outdoors as well. Ontario is located to the south of the eastern edge of the San Gabriel Mountains.
There is plenty more to explore in the greater Inland Empire region, of course, and Los Angeles itself is just a short drive to the west. Hopefully the traffic gods smile down upon you.
Food and Drink
If spaghetti sounds appealing then you'll want to check out Vince's for Spaghetti. The Cuccia Family has been serving heaping plates of pasta for over 90 years, and still uses Grandma Rose's original recipes. If you've got a sweet tooth check out Logan's Candies, a downtown Ontario institution since 1933. There are plenty of Mexican standouts in Ontario; one enduring favorite is El Pescador. Another local institution is Heroes Restaurant and Brewhouse, offering quality food in large portions in a lively sports bar setting.
Where to Stay
If you're opting to stay in close proximity to ONT Field, then know that you have options. Dozens upon dozens of options. The majority are located to the north of the ballpark, clustered around the buzzing transportation hub that is the Ontario International Airport.
Moving On
The arrival of the Tower Buzzers only adds to the Inland Empire's already robust Minor League Baseball scene. The Rancho Cucamonga Quakes are located more or less next door to the Tower Buzzers, and from there it's a short drive east to see the Inland Empire 66ers. The Lake Elsinore Storm are close by as well, located just 40 miles south. In short: The four teams in the California League's South Division are clustered closely together and make for a great road trip that could be accomplished over the course of a long weekend. (If the schedules align, of course. Good luck.)
The Road to Los Angeles
After playing for the Tower Buzzers in the greater Los Angeles region, Dodgers prospects take a long journey that eventually circles back to L.A. The system moves from Ontario to Michigan to a pair of teams in Oklahoma before reaching its apex at Dodger Stadium.
